General Construction news articles 
Kier Stoke refurbishes James Brindley Science College
As part of the BSF programme in Stoke-on-Trent, James Brindley Science College will close at the end of August and become the Ormiston Horizon Academy on the same site. The Academy is due to open in September in the existing school before it moves into a new building on the same site in 2013. Kier Stoke, a partnership between Kier Building Maintenance and Stoke-on-Trent City Council, has completed an installation of new facilities at James Bri... [more]
StoTherm Mineral with Stolit render specified for Waterside Theatre in Aylesbury
Designed with flowing organic curves to reflect the hills around the town, the fly tower for the new Waterside Theatre in Aylesbury forms a dramatic focal point for the building. StoTherm Mineral has been used extensively on the theatre in Aylesbury, designed by Arts Team, the specialist arts division of RHWL. The rear wall of the building uses the StoTherm Mineral external wall insulation system, ensuring the structure achieves the require... [more]
Royal opening for Brixham port regeneration project
The historic port of Brixham is benefiting from this major regeneration project aiming to enhance the local economy, which remains heavily focused on the fishing industry. In contrast to other areas the Brixham fishery is largely sustainable and has therefore thrived in recent years, resulting in the highest value catch in England and a world class reputation for quality. The £20 million award-winning project is a partnership between Torbay Co... [more]
Robert Gordon University appoints Miller Construction for new Garthdee Campus
Robert Gordon University (RGU)'s new development will see all of the University’s academic activities located at the Garthdee Campus, allowing staff and students from different disciplines to benefit from working more closely together on interdisciplinary themes. The new campus will provide leading learning environments for both, students and teachers, a new library and a mixture of formal and informal learning spaces for students. RGU has app... [more]
Thru-Wall offers a modular and fast-track means of constructing the building envelope
Up to five times faster than traditional construction methods, Thru-Wall offers a unique, modular, fast-track, lightweight, sustainable and cost-effective means of constructing the building envelope. Thru-Wall also comes complete with a full, latent defect 20-year SIPS/external finish insurance cover - the only combined cover available in the UK. Lakesmere and Hemsec Installations have joined forces to offer a unique new approach to the desi... [more]
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General Manager, Pipeline Construction
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Construction jobs down 300 for past year
Brevard County lost 300 construction jobs between December 2010 and December 2011, according to a report this week from the Associated General Contractors of America.
Granite Names Richard A. Watts New General Counsel
Granite Construction Incorporated today announced that Richard A. Watts has been appointed vice president, general counsel, corporate compliance officer and secretary, effective immediately.
Construction's January Jobless Rate Up, But Industry Gains 21,000 Jobs
Industry's 17.7% rate in January worsened from December's 16%, but was much improved from January 2011's 22.5%.
Construction to be foundation of economic rebound: BNZ
The construction sector is likely to be the foundation of healthy growth in the New Zealand economy over the next two years, with rebuilding after Christchurch's earthquakes only part of the lift.Bank of New Zealand senior economist...
Construction to be foundation of NZ economic rebound: BNZ
Feb. 2. (BusinessDesk) – The construction sector is likely to be the foundation of healthy growth in the New Zealand economy over the next two years, with rebuilding after Christchurch’s earthquakes only part of the lift.
Third company now focus of Methuen High contractor search
The search continues for a new general contractor of the Methuen High School renovation, with Mayor Stephen Zanni now in talks with Milford-based Consigli Construction.
General Plastics Receives 2011 Boeing Performance Excellence Award
Latest award marks third consecutive silver-level honor for 50-year supplier. (PRWeb February 04, 2012) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/2/prweb9163672.htm
Construction Unemployment Rate Rises as Jobs Growth Continues to be Outpaced by Those Looking for Work
Congress Can Help Close the Jobs Deficit with a Highway Bill that Fully Invests in America's Roads, Bridges and Transit Systems
Dollar General may build store in Fellsmere
FELLSMERE — Fellsmere officials are engaged in discussions with retailer Dollar General for the construction of a new store to be located on County Road 512 on a two-parcel site adjacent to Pamela's Restaurant.
