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04Oct

How to Become a Site Engineer

Site engineers form part of the management team at construction sites. They play an important role in making sure that the construction project is completed on time and to the agreed budget. When you become a site engineer, you are valued both for your specialist technical knowledge and for your contribution to ensuring health and […]
  • Posted by Fawkes and Reece
  • On 4th October 2018
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10Sep

Roles and Responsibilities of a Quantity Surveyor

The roles and responsibilities of a quantity surveyor primarily relate to the management of costs associated with building or engineering projects. At the same time as ensuring projects meet all of the necessary legal and quality assurance regulations, a quantity surveyor must simultaneously seek to minimise costs while enhancing value for money, from the initial […]
  • Posted by Fawkes and Reece
  • On 10th September 2018
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24Aug

Civil Engineering Activity Up 35%

In recent data released by Glenigan, Civil Engineering was the bright spot of the construction sector with a 35% increase in activity. This was underpinned by a 12% increase in infrastructure starts and an 80% increase in utility works. With a number of large scale projects underway including Thames Tideway, HS2 and Hinkley Point along […]
  • Posted by Fawkes and Reece
  • On 24th August 2018
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20Aug

Your Guide To How Construction Projects Work

If you’re starting out in the construction industry, it’s useful to have a guide to know how a construction project works, because construction has its own project methods and protocols. Let’s take a look at four of the main roles involved in starting and progressing a project: the client, the consultants, the contractors and the […]
  • Posted by Fawkes and Reece
  • On 20th August 2018
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06Aug

The Differences Between Construction Management and Civil Engineering

While civil engineering and construction management might sound like they are similar career options, they’re definitely not. They both feature in the construction industry, and you’ll most likely encounter both on a construction site, but that is where the major similarities end. The differences between construction management and civil engineering mean that they both require […]
  • Posted by Fawkes and Reece
  • On 6th August 2018
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18Jul

Secretary Of State Appoints Sir Terry Morgan As New HS2 Ltd Chairman

Sir Terry Morgan will be taking over as the Chairman of HS2 Ltd, the company in charge of delivering one of the biggest civil engineering projects undertaken in many years. He's certainly well qualified for the role, with an MSc in Engineering Production and Management.
  • Posted by Fawkes and Reece
  • On 18th July 2018
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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
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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
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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
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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
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