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Here's the ultimate guide that provides construction workers and employers with everything they need to know to remain safe as the sun beams down. Let’s look at some of the best ways to stay safe in the sun. 👉 https://zurl.co/miHP #BUILD #Construction

Well Being Support for Construction Industry Professionals Unlocking your people’s potential We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with The Art of Brilliance, led by Dr Andy Cope, for this year’s Building the Future Awards! Specialising in positive psychology and human flourishing, The Art of Brilliance provides training that transforms individuals, team and entire business cultures   Why Brilliance Matters in Construction The key to world class performance is to create a culture where everyone turns up in ‘best self’ mode. This is especially important in the fast-paced construction industry, where recruiting and retaining brilliant people is crucial to success. The Art of Brilliant training menu provides short, sharp wellbeing reminders that enable employees to take good care of their own mental health and wellbeing   The Art of Brilliance Approach Dr Andy Cope and his team bring a proactive approach to well-being. Their training fosters positive mindsets, builds resilience, and improves team performance—critical in the demanding construction environment. Even better news, their training is great fun, with the principles applicable at work and home   Benefits for Your Team Invest in your team’s well-being with The Art of Brilliance. Equip your construction team with tools to handle stress effectively, stay motivated, and achieve peak performance in the office or on site.   Special Offers: Exclusive Discounts Unlock your team’s brilliance with The Art of Brilliance: 15% Off Books and Posters: Use code staybrill at the Art of Brilliance Shop for 15% off books and posters. 20% Off Training: For companies interested in training, email Andy directly at andy@artofbrilliance.co.uk with the email title Building the Future to receive 20% off the usual workshop or keynote rate. This offer extends to schools as well. Visit The Art of Brilliance to learn more and book your session today. Invest in your team’s well-being and build a brighter future for construction

The Untold Story of Building Viirelaid When we started constructing the Viirelaid complex, we quickly realized that this was not going to be a typical construction project. The conditions? Well, they were as challenging as they could be. We soon understood that this construction would be incredibly difficult, and the dream of conveniently transporting materials or only building in nice weather during the summer was just that—a dream. No, we had to slog through the whole year—through the spring cold, the autumn storms, and the winter ice. ❄️🌊 Initially, we managed to find builders easily since they didn’t know what to expect. They came, built, and despite the weather, everything went relatively well. But about a year later, rumors began to spread among the builders: "Viirelaid is not a nice place to work." Suddenly, finding workers willing to endure the island's harsh conditions became much more challenging. Viirelaid had no electricity, running water, or amenities. We had to live in the same house we were building, battling nature day by day. As stories about the difficulties of building on the island spread, job seekers started to disappear. 🤔🚫 So how do you get builders to an island where comfort is non-existent? The situation called for creative solutions, so we began placing ads on Kuldsese Börs and Soovi that simply stated: "We offer construction work at a complex 5 km from Virtsu." Which was true, as Viirelaid is indeed 5 km from Virtsu! :D 🏝️🛠️ And it worked—builders showed up, ready to work. But then came the surprise moment when it was time to load the boat and head over to the island. However, since they had already traveled there and spent their gas money, they didn’t have much choice: either turn back empty-handed or spend a couple of weeks on this amazing island. :D :D :D Most took the risk and stayed for a few weeks, battling the unpredictable weather and the island's peculiarities. But one by one, they eventually packed up and left, leaving us once again with an empty site and the familiar problem of starting the whole process over again. ⛏️🚤 Building Viirelaid was not just sitting in an office and enjoying the main contractor's perks. It also meant outsmarting nature and sometimes even our own workers to get the job done. So, while the beginning was tough, those days left their mark on our souls. It’s a story of ingenuity and a bit of cunning that helped shape Viirelaid into what it is today. 🏚️🌬️ P.S. The man in the picture is Katuse Rein—oh, the stories about his adventures on the island could fill a whole book! :D But that’s a tale for another time.

In a world where sharing is caring, we’d love to hear your hints and tips for working in the construction industry. What advice you would give to those beginning their journey or wanting to learn more? Keep it work appropriate! 😉 #WisdomWednesday #BuildOnUs #careeradvice #professionaldevelopment

Despite an unsettled economic environment, high labour and material costs, shifting working patterns and increased building regulations, investment in both the refit of existing space and fit out of new space has continued to remain strong, writes Turner & Townsend's Nitesh Patel. What is driving the fit-out boom? Find it in Construction Management magazine #FitOut #Workplace #OfficeLayouts

Integra Buildings, a modular construction business based in Paull, recorded turnover of more than £50m in 2023 for the first time in the company’s 27-year history. Turnover reached £50.4m in the year ending 31st December 2023, with pre-tax profits of £6.6m, up from £2.8m in 2022. With a healthy order book and future pipeline of work, Integra has set its sights on exceeding £60m turnover in 2025, it says, and is investing for continuing growth. Chief executive Gary Parker said: “Hitting £50m turnover for the first time reflects a hugely successful period for Integra, delivering impactful projects for clients spanning both the public and private sectors. “As we have grown organically, we have evolved from a modular manufacturer to a full-service modular construction company which is delivering turnkey projects spanning design, consultation, planning, manufacture, delivery and installation. “Throughout our history, we’ve remained focused on delivering buildings of outstanding quality. Our reputation for excellence and consistently exceeding expectations is driving ever-growing numbers of enquiries from clients looking for modular solutions to their projects.” Integra delivered 15 projects that were worth more than £1m each during 2023. Its single biggest project during the year was a £6m development for a sports organisations. It also delivered new facilities for Southampton General Hospital, a staff accommodation and maintenance building at Transport for London’s Neasden depot and a new training centre for Network Rail at its Innovation & Development Centre in Tuxford, Nottinghamshire. Integra managing director Chris Turner said: “Our strong performance is in line with a structured growth plan which was put in place to ensure we remain at the forefront of a fast-growing modular construction industry. It means, as a business, we are well placed for the next chapter of our story, as we continually look to evolve the services we offer to our clients.” Integra is also midway through a £2m investment programme at its East Yorkshire site, including a self-built expansion to its modular head office. Over the past six years, Integra’s workforce has grown from a team of 80 to around 180, and the new space will cater for the company’s expanding office staff. CEO Gary Parker (centre left) and managing director Chris Turner (centre right) with technical director Mike Marriott, SHEQ director Paul Tansey, operations director Jim Butler and finance director Sarah Marshall [Photo: R&R Studio] Investment has also been made to create additional storage space at the site, to accommodate growing numbers of units ready to be transported to sites. More than £1m has been invested in projects including a rooftop solar installation, the introduction of electric forklift trucks and welding equipment, a waste compactor that reduces trips to landfill, and replacing company vehicles with electric models.

🛑 It’s Time for a Change in the Construction Industry 🛑 Did you know the construction industry ranks among the worst for mental health? We’re long overdue for change and it's time to be vocal about it! Over 14 years in construction, I’ve seen firsthand just how open and hardworking people in this field are but when it comes to mental health? It’s often mocked, ignored or brushed off like it doesn’t matter! There are no safe spaces to discuss real issues and the mindset is always- Do your job and don’t complain (you’ll also most likely be paid late. Like life isn’t stressful enough!) The industry is QUICK on learning how to build skyscrapers faster and faster but SLOW to evolve with mental health and many of us are made to feel like we’re at the bottom of the food chain. One memory that still sticks with me is I was asked to leave a lift by a manager because I was dirty after finishing a job HE gave me to do. With my lunch in my hand I had to walk up 8 flights of stairs to get to a no windowed, no heating, no table room on the roof surround by pumps, air handling units and boilers. I remember being angry as if the work we do makes us less worthy. Why shouldn’t I be seen in a lift? If it wasn’t for me being dirty that tenant wouldn’t have electricity right now! BUT I don’t blame the manager anymore thats just how it’s always been… contractors are to be hidden. Don’t come in through reception. Don’t use lifts. Don’t be seen unless you are given permission. That’s why I’m proud to announce that Onward Shift is taking on a new direction, a new mission! We’re here to bring about a POSITIVE change for everyone in construction from apprentices to managers to founders. We’re building the SAFE space that’s been missing for so long. You will no longer have to walk this walk alone BECAUSE THE WHOLE ONWARD SHIFT TEAM WILL BE RIGHT BY YOUR SIDE!  🔴 Will my content annoy some? Probably. 🔴 Will it be thought provoking? Absolutely. 🔴 Will it expose the real struggles of this industry? Without a doubt. 🔴 Will I share raw emotions? Yes. 🟢 What do I want to achieve? A POSITIVE CHANGE! Sometimes things have to get worse before they get better so join me in starting that conversation. ⁉️ A question for you ⁉️ Can you share a story which has affected you in the workplace? ♻️ Repost to spread awareness and keep this conversation going! #mentalhealthinconstruction #constructionindustry #maintenance #engineering #support #buildingbetter 

Making sure your customers and employees are safe should always be your first consideration whenever construction or renovations are taking place onsite. This short article highlights some things you can do to ensure things are done right.

Did you know that Construction Health and Wellbeing LTD have a construction specific health and wellbeing framework for construction companies. I'm now pleased to share with you our self-assessment tool, this quick 5 minute assessment helps you understand your performance against our framework (and in future be able benchmark yourselves against other construction companies). Please take a look https://lnkd.in/et9b5QfZ #healthierhappierconstruction

Hi everyone, Phil here. I'd love to let you know a bit about me. I began my journey in construction in 2008, as a building cadet with PBS Building with my first project being the New Acton South Apartments in Acton. At this time and for the following 3.5 years I was working with PBS full time, undertaking a Degree in Building and Construction Management at UC full time, and also working a second job in retail on Sundays. Basically having no life outside of work and university during my mid-20s. I was fortunate enough to also work on the New Acton Nishi project team. However, in 2013 the construction company I was working for went into administration. Every staff member was made redundant, except 2 people, one of the other project managers and myself. This chain of events carved the way for me to start my very first company and was directly engaged by the developer (Molongo Group) to complete the commercial part of the project. Between 2015 and 2018, I went back to working for a couple of large building companies as a Project Manager and expanded my project experience to include more new build and fitouts over various sectors including office, health, and education. During this time, I am proud to have many of the projects I was involved in and/or managed win several awards including MBA Project of the Year 2018 and International Building Project of the Year 2015 in London. Driven by a desire to innovate and exceed industry standards, I decided to pursue my own pathway and founded Vamos Group in 2018. The vision was to bring the innovative and leading-edge design, construction methodology, finishes, materials, and technology used to deliver extraordinary results in commercial construction and adapt them to the high-end residential space. This vision is slowly coming to life which I am very proud of and invite you to follow along as I continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in design and construction. The mission…..to change the high-end residential landscape in Canberra. The first target… the empty shell in the New Acton South building where I started this journey. The empty shell being a 450m2, 2 storey penthouse overlooking all of Canberra’s icons and incredible landscape. Completed in 2019, featured on Chanel 9s Open Homes Australia and awarded judges commendation at the 2020 MBA awards. That was the start of forging a new and exciting era for myself and real estate in Canberra and beyond. Let's connect and explore this vision come to life as I commit to bringing a new age and look to this beautiful city.