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VolkerFitzpatrick has been appointed by St John’s College to deliver the latest phase of expansion at Cambridge’s famous Science Park with the £50 million Dirac Building project. Designed for high-tech research and flexible office use, the 85,000 sq ft building and transport hub will anchor the Park’s growing North Cambridge innovation ecosystem. The scheme targets top sustainability standards and is backed by a strong consultant team. Construction begins in November 2025, wi

McLaughlin & Harvey has started construction of the National Grid Electricity Transmission Control Centre (ETCC) at Hams Hall, Midlands. This £multi-million, state-of-the-art facility will coordinate the entire high-voltage transmission system, helping the UK power up more clean, reliable energy and meet its net zero targets. Once live in 2028, the new centre will run day and night to keep the nation’s energy flowing through thousands of kilometres of lines, hundreds of subst

Construction has started on Halifax’s new £35 million leisure centre, set to transform health, fitness, and community services for thousands of residents. The project, led by Tilbury Douglas for Calderdale Council, replaces the outdated North Bridge Leisure Centre and Halifax Swimming Pool with a single, modern destination. Backed by £12 million in government funding and targeting net zero carbon by 2038, this centre will play a key part in Calderdale’s regeneration push. Con

McLaughlin & Harvey has picked up the £38 million job to build flood walls, glass panels, flood gates, and upgraded public spaces along the Whitesands area of Dumfries, Scotland. Backed by Scottish Government funding, the aim is to shield businesses and homes near the River Nith, a spot hit by more than 200 floods since records began. The project starts summer 2026, runs through 2028, and will re-shape one of Scotland’s most important riverside districts. Project Overview • L

As Microsoft continues its push to enhance its presence in the UK, the company has committed a remarkable £2.5 billion investment to expand its data centre footprint by 2026. However, as of 2025, the approach is shifting, focusing more on upgrading existing facilities rather than pursuing new construction projects. For construction professionals, particularly in the UK, understanding this evolving landscape is crucial for navigating the future of data centre development. Micr

Balfour Beatty has marked a significant milestone in its partnership with Rolls-Royce, having been appointed as the sole contractor for the fissile construction framework. This new contract emphasizes the importance of advanced nuclear infrastructure in the UK and paves the way for Balfour Beatty to play an integral role in supporting the nation's defence capabilities. The Significance of This Partnership The newly expanded partnership focuses on the construction of specializ

In a significant development for the construction industry, UK timber imports experienced a decline of nearly 3% in the first half of 2025. This trend has raised concerns among construction professionals, procurement managers, and project owners about potential supply chain implications and the overall impact on building projects across the UK and the Middle East. This blog post will explore the reasons behind this decline, its implications for the construction sector, and es

Bouygues UK has been appointed by UPP to lead the construction of the West Park development on the University of Exeter’s Streatham Campus. This £185 million, three-year project will deliver over 1,800 new and refurbished student rooms, creating a vibrant, sustainable student village that complements the university’s education and wellbeing goals. Scheduled for initial student occupation in September 2027, the development marks a continuation of a fruitful partnership between

Winvic Construction has crossed the £1 billion turnover threshold for the year to January 2025, projecting revenue of £1.13 billion and an order book of £1.7 billion . With 80% of work coming from repeat clients, the Northampton-based contractor has restored profit margins despite industry headwinds, an achievement that signals new construction opportunities for the wider UK supply chain. Winvic construction site showing active worker engagement How Winvic Reached the Miles

Irish contractor John Sisk & Son has agreed to acquire Farrans Construction from materials giant CRH for an undisclosed sum. Subject to regulatory approval, Farrans will keep its brand and 625-strong workforce. The deal boosts Sisk’s presence in high-growth markets aviation, water, renewable energy, and utilities, opening fresh construction opportunities across both nations. Business Overview Sisk : Founded 1859, 2,500 employees, active in Ireland, the UK, and mainland Europe

Keepmoat has been chosen as preferred developer for Friar Park Urban Village, a 27 hectare brownfield site in Wednesbury, West Midlands. The £150 million scheme will remediate land that has been derelict for more than 40 years and deliver around 630 homes, with at least 25% affordable, plus 10 ha of public open space. Remediation starts 2025; full build-out is expected by 2033. Project Overview • Location: Friar Park Road, Wednesbury – 2 miles from town centre, 100 m from Ta

Construction company Graham has secured the largest contract in Peel Waters’ £81.1 million Central Docks infrastructure package in Liverpool, valued at £71 million. This contract initiates enabling works including underground utilities, roads, and public realm to unlock delivery of approximately 2,350 new homes. Central to the development is a 2.1-hectare Central Park, set to become one of Liverpool’s largest green spaces. Work is scheduled to start in autumn 2025 and complet