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People who need people: Construction's management in crisis
The modern industry demands news skills from its leaders
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FeaturesPeople to watch
Stuart GrahamThe new American chief executive of Skanska will this month conclude a top-level review of the firm's businesses worldwide. Expect big changes in the deployment of Skanska's forces.Will AlsopThe jolly architect's peculiar brand of blobular, stilt-propped architecture may no longer be the height of fashion, but Alsop has hit ...
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Mystic wag
In an attempt to stay ahead of events in 2003, Marcus Fairs invested in a crystal ball and saw from the news stories rolling off the presses that life in the construction industry will be as unpredictable as ever …
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Hazarding an opinion
Sometimes it makes sense for disputing parties to agree a joint expert. That's all very well until the expert says something one side disagrees with …
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Another fine mesh
Disputes in PFI cases often involve three parties. So why shouldn't they all be dealt with together before one tribunal? It might save all sorts of entanglements
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We have to close now
If your various legal proceedings have failed to get your debtor to pay up, you might consider a winding-up petition. But you may also find that things turn against you
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The Vikings have arrived
This year, France’s domination of the European contractors league table was brought to an end by a Swedish assault. And, as Matthew Richards reports, Skanska isn’t the only firm with global ambitions.
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Local lowdown: East Anglia
In the latest of the series on regional job markets, Robert Smith of Hays Montrose examines East Anglia, where activity and salaries are on the up and up
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Tube deal heralds bumper profits
PPP is set to bring handsome rewards for the consortium that has just taken over part of the London Underground.
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Persimmon to pay £220,000 to ex-Beazer workers
Housebuilder makes payment to 200 UCATT members after allegations that it broke employment regulations.
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Tube PPP: Amey's last chance for survival?
Amey boss Brian Staples steps down as the troubled support services firm finalises the Tube PPP deal with the government
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NewsTesco sues Costain team for £10m after fire guts store
Firm claims contractor and architect failed to provide proper fire protection at Worcestershire supermarket.
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NewsContractor YJL closes final salary pension scheme
Parent group Montpellier acknowledges employee anger but says decision is the right one for shareholders.
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FeaturesHighlights of 2002
If you’re looking for one building that symbolises 2002, it has to be Swiss Re, the City tower that’s the last word in first-class design and construction – and is still largely unlet. If you want more than one, read the next 12 pages as Building rewinds the past year ...
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Fog warning
If an adjudicator decides against you and orders you to cough up, you may not have to – if you can steer your way through a murky set of exceptions.
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NewsNo single winner expected in twin towers design contest
Architects shortlisted for sensitive site believe judges will adopt 'mix-and-match' approach to development.
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Bovis Lend Lease storms ahead with £600m work
Two thumping contracts mean Bovis' November tally is six times that of nearest rival HBG Construction.
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An ACE of an agreement
The Association of Consulting Engineers' appointment documents are out, and they offer new forms and some valuable protections for the professional team
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Amey's woes mount as bids end in failure
Troubled support services group Amey was dealt a fresh blow this week after it was eliminated from the shortlist for the £820m Manchester Tramlink extension contract.