The Last Planner System (LPS) is a production planning and control system designed for the construction industry. It is a collaborative approach that aims to improve the efficiency and reliability of construction project delivery by involving all stakeholders in the planning and execution processes. The Last Planner System was developed by Glenn Ballard and Greg […]
This Construction Sector Guide to Defective Concrete Block Scheme is a Trade-Only Event for Building Contractors & Trades, Developers, Architects, Engineers & Manufacturers - taking place on Fri, 19 Jan 2024 07:00 - 09:30 at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel. Construction Sector Guide to Defective Concrete Block Scheme Step-by-step process/guidelines Stage payments & drawdowns Administrative […]
Over recent decades, timber has emerged as an increasingly popular construction material, as engineers discover new ways to exploit its versatility, strength and visual appeal to build larger wooden structures. But beyond the aesthetic or engineering factors, timber brings a range of environmental, economic and performance-related benefits that support its use as a sustainable and […]
I. Introduction A Quantity Surveyor (QS) is a highly qualified construction professional who specializes in the management of costs and risk within the construction sector. Their role is to advise clients on the best methods of achieving cost effective construction works and minimizing risk associated with construction projects. This advice may include identifying any potential […]
In a recent report from BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland, construction activity witnessed a decline in November, marking the fifth consecutive monthly drop according to its Construction Total Activity Index. The organization highlights that respondents attribute this downturn to a combination of factors, including a general economic slowdown, project completions, and delays in decision-making […]
According to the Construction Industry Federation’s Q3 construction outlook survey half of construction companies in Ireland remain positive about the health of the industry despite 76% reporting a year-on-year increase in labour costs and 64% citing a year-on-year increase in raw materials. The survey also found that turnover and employment figures in the sector continue […]
TUS Moylish Campus, Limerick – Construction Day welcomes Leaving Certificate and 5th year students to visit the Moylish campus, Limerick on Tuesday 12th December from 11.00am – 1.00pm to learn about Level 8 and Level 7 degrees in Construction and the Built Environment. Course information talks will take place from 11.00am – 12.00pm, followed by […]
In the latest report on construction activity, the sector faced its fourth consecutive monthly contraction in output. The Construction Total Activity Index, adjusted for seasonal variations, indicated a solid pace of decline, faster than that observed in September but less severe than the contractions experienced over the summer. A survey involving 150 construction firms revealed […]
Ireland must rapidly upskill and expand its construction workforce over the next decade to meet critical housing and climate goals, warns a new report by the Technological University of the Shannon. The study projects that 284,000 additional and reskilled construction workers will be required by 2030. This includes 120,000 new hires and 164,000 existing workers […]
The latest Morgan McKinley Quarterly Employment Monitor has revealed that the Construction sector faced a shortage of new graduates and professionals at junior levels between July and September 2023. The report also found that senior roles in maintenance engineering and reliability saw growing demand in line with the expansion of facilities around the country. Discover […]
