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Kier Group and BAM UK & Ireland Construction have secured major project places across two big Welsh building frameworks put up for renewal. https://shorturl.at/Kxim6

Kier and BAM Construction have secured major project places across two big Welsh building frameworks put up for renewal. The firms pulled off double awards securing major project slots on both the £600m NHS Building for Wales 2 and £800m South West Wales Regional Contractors Framework. A total of five bidders secured spots on the second generation four-year NHS framework, which has been divided into two value lots covering projects over £20m and projects from £7m to £20m. NHS Building for Wales 2 framework Projects over £20m Kier Construction; BAM Construction; Tilbury Douglas; Integrated Health Projects. Projects up to £20m Kier Construction; Andrew Scott Ltd; BAM UK & Ireland ; Tilbury Douglas https://lnkd.in/eXXJauhP

North West developer Cityheart has picked local contractor Oak Construction Projects LTD Projects to deliver the first phase of its 440-flat Stopford Park scheme in Stockport town centre.

Construction begins on £10m development as Melton West continues to grow

YAKR WEEKLY BRIEFING - CONSTRUCTION Australian construction’s biggest headlines of the week that was, dot-pointed and delivered every week to keep you in the loop. Market Movements - Australia is struggling to meet its ambitious housing target, falling more than 15,000 homes behind just three months after the National Housing Accord began. The plan aims to construct 1.2 million new homes, or 60,000 homes per quarter, by 2029. However, in the initial three months, only 43,247 homes commenced construction. Industry Trends - Australia’s engineering construction sector experienced a significant uptick, with a 3.3 per cent increase in the volume of work completed. This growth was fuelled by a robust expansion in public sector projects. Corporate Developments  - Woodside Energy has committed $50 million to support the redevelopment of two key Western Australian institutions: Roebourne District High School and Perth Concert Hall. This investment is part of the company's commitment to the Western Australian government's Resources Community Investment Initiative (RCII).  - NGI Investments received approval to construct a 13-storey timber tower at in Sydney's CBD. This building is set to be Australia's tallest commercial fully massed timber tower. The project emphasizes sustainability by predominantly using mass timber, especially in the upper floors, significantly reducing its carbon footprint compared to traditional concrete structures. Environmental and Regulatory Updates - Homes with big garages could soon become compulsory in South Australia under a new building code that aims to free up street parking and provide more off-street options. Premier Peter Malinauskas today announced the proposed new code, which stipulates that any new home with two or more bedrooms must have at least two off-street parking spaces large enough to accommodate modern SUVs.

Construction sector productivity flat since 1985 A new report highlights widespread productivity challenges in the construction sector, underlining the urgency of the government’s plan to make it easier and more affordable to build, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says.    “The New Zealand Chinese Building Industry Association have released a report investigating the building and construction sector and outlining the opportunities and challenges of one of New Zealand’s most important sectors.    “The construction sector is a crucial part of the economy. The report found that the sector contributed $99 billion dollars in sales in 2023 and indirectly supports over half a million or 20% of all jobs in New Zealand.    “However, the report paints a grim picture of the sector and points to a number of issues, including the fact that productivity levels have remained the same since 1985.   “Another key challenge is the slow and inefficient build process, which leads to longer wait times and higher costs. Worryingly, the report found that the time it takes to build a home has increased by 50% from 13 months to 19 months.   “These factors combine to create an unaffordable housing market which forces Kiwi families to spend more and more of their income on housing. It is unacceptable that renters now spend nearly 40% of their income on housing.    “This is reflected in the report which asked industry participants to describe the construction sector with one word, with the most common response being ‘expensive’. This is exactly why the government is focused on streamlining the building consent system and removing unjustifiable red tape that is slowing down the build process.   “Lifting productivity in the sector will not happen overnight but it is vital to build more homes so more Kiwi families can benefit from having a stable home and all the associated social and health benefits. “In the last six months the government has already progressed a raft of changes to address some of the issues raised in the report, including: 🔸 Removing barriers for overseas building products. 🔹 Progressing work to make remote inspections the default approach which offers significant productivity gains over traditional methods of inspections.  🔸 Making it easier for minor changes to be made to a building consent to remove the need for an additional application to be lodged for small changes. 🔹 Amending regulations so that smaller dams are not subject to excessive compliance costs.  🔸 Reviewing the earthquake-prone building system to better balance safety with cost and risk.    “I thank the NZCBIA for this insightful report into the building and construction sector, which has reconfirmed how critical it is we progress changes to make it easier and more affordable to build, so that we can lift the standard of living for all New Zealanders.” The report can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gqRZp-rv

Kier Group and BAM UK & Ireland have secured major project places across two big Welsh building frameworks. Securing major project slots on both the £600m NHS Building for Wales 2 and £800m South West Wales Regional Contractors Framework. A total of five bidders secured spots on the second generation four-year NHS framework, which has been divided into two value lots covering projects over £20m and projects from £7m to £20m. **NHS Building for Wales 2 framework** Projects over £20m Kier Group, BAM UK & Ireland, Tilbury Douglas, Integrated Health Projects. Projects up to £20m Kier Group, Andrew Scott Ltd, BAM UK & Ireland, Tilbury Douglas South West Wales regional contractors framework for public sector building and housing works. This latest generation framework includes new lots for housing in addition to lots for other public building projects across the region. Worth around £800m over the next four years. South West Region **Project value over £25m** Andrew Scott Ltd, BAM UK & Ireland, Kier Group, BOUYGUES UK, Morgan Sindall Construction & Infrastructure, Willmott Dixon **Project value £15m-£25m** Andrew Scott, Wynne Construction - C Wynne & Sons Ltd, BAM Construction, Kier Construction, Bouygues (UK), Willmott Dixon **Project value £7m-£15m** LLOYD & GRAVELL LIMITED, Andrew Scott, BAM Construction, Conlon Construction Limited, Tilbury Douglas, Kier Group, Morgan Sindall, WB Griffiths & Son Limited Housing **Project value over £5m** C.Wynne & Sons, Castell Group; Jones Brothers (Henllan) Ltd, JG Hale, Morganstone Ltd, TRJ - T Richard Jones (Betws) Ltd **Project value up to £5m** LLOYD & GRAVELL LIMITED, Vaughan Construction Ltd; TAD Builders Ltd; WB Griffiths & Son; T Richard Jones (BETWS); All-In-One Property Transformations West Region – Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Powys **Project value £4m – £7m** Lloyd & Gravell; John Weaver; Andrew Scott; C.Wynne & Sons; Morganstone; Conlon Const ruction Limited; WB Griffiths & Son; T Richard Jones (BETWS) **Project value £1m – £4m** Lloyd & Gravell; R&M Williams; John Weaver Contractors LTD, Korbuild Ltd; JG Hale; TAD Builders, WB Griffiths & Son, T Richard Jones (BETWS), Vaughan Construction, Lewis Construction Building Contractors Wales East Region – Neath Port Talbot and Swansea **Project value £4m-£7m** John Weaver; Knox & Wells; Andrew Scott; Morganstone; Conlon Construction; Tilbury Douglas Construction; WB Griffiths & Son; T Richard Jones (BETWS) **Project value £1m - £4m** Lloyd & Gravell, John Weaver; KNOX & WELLS LIMITED; C.J. Construction Wales, Encon Construction; WB Griffiths & Son; T Richard Jones (BETWS); R&M Williams, Vaughan Construction; One Transformations; Lewis Construction Building Contractors https://lnkd.in/ey7RgPya

MP Building Ltd is proud to announce its successful acceptance in all four categories of the Westworks Development and Construction Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). This prestigious procurement framework is designed to streamline tendering for public sector organisations, such as local authorities, housing associations, and other public entities, ensuring efficiency and quality in project delivery. By securing acceptance in all categories of the DPS, MP Building Ltd now qualifies to bid on a wide range of construction and refurbishment projects, further cementing its reputation as a trusted and versatile partner in the construction industry. The Four DPS Categories: Category 1: Design and build of housing and non-housing developments up to £1.5 million. Category 2: Design and build of housing and non-housing developments valued between £1.5 million and £4.5 million. Category 3: Design and build of housing and non-housing developments valued over £4.5 million. Category 4: Construction and major refurbishment of industrial, commercial, and other non-domestic properties. This achievement demonstrates MP Building Ltd’s versatility and capability in handling projects ranging from small-scale refurbishments to major new builds, catering to diverse client needs across public and private sectors. Delivering Excellence in Construction MP Building Ltd, based in Hertfordshire, has a proven track record of delivering successful projects across the UK. Its inclusion in the Westworks CONST DPS reflects the company’s dedication to maintaining high standards in safety, quality, and efficiency. By joining this dynamic framework, MP Building Ltd commits to providing public sector clients with: Cost-effective solutions: Delivering high-quality outcomes while adhering to strict budget constraints. Expert project management: Ensuring all projects are completed on time and with exceptional quality. Sustainable practices: Aligning with modern standards to enhance energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. MP Building Ltd remains steadfast in its mission to support communities and organisations by offering bespoke construction solutions tailored to their unique requirements. For more information about MP Building Ltd’s services or its involvement in the Westworks CONST DPS, contact us directly via our website or phone. We look forward to collaborating with public sector organisations to bring transformative construction projects to life.

NEW BLOG | Modern Methods of Construction: A solution to the linked crises in housing and construction skills Bob Weston (Weston Homes Plc) lays out the potential advantages of pivoting to the greater use of MMC, and what the sector needs from government https://lnkd.in/ewa2bh-u

It can be done and we did it!!! Connect Modular showing how Scot Gov affordable housing targets can be met more quickly and more efficiently using modular 🏠