Job opportunities soar and strong project growth predicted for 2015

Round-up of latest construction industry news

Howard Chapman, Editor of Buildingtalk

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Its been a good year for the building industry and the latest infographic from Quantic shows why 2015 will be even better and the demand for skilled construction professionals is set to soar.

Last month hotel, leisure and sport construction was up 35% and growth will continue with Glenigan predicting overall project starts will be up by 7.3% next year.

The Saint-Gobain debate last month indicated that many believe we can expect a number of key mega mergers in the new year as the industry restructures for long term growth.

Top stories on Buildingtalk

• How new hand-held scanners from 3D Laser Mapping produce detailed 3D floor plans in minutes
• How building industry employers can help reduce accidents
• How new heat pumps from Mitsubishi are reducing fuel poverty
• How new passenger lifts from Stannah means access for all
• How Fulton boiler installation helps divert food waste from landfill
• CIAT and BRE offer BIM training in UK and China

And well done to all those in the industry who have supported charities throughout the year, giving their time, money, products and skills.

For example:

• Jewson that gave andpound;150k to Macmillan Cancer Support
• Bounce Back charity that continues to help ex-offenders back into work

Video of the Week

• Shows how beautiful bricks are made and why the demand for traditional Northcot Brick continues to grow

Top Tweets from Buildingtalk

Catching our eye on Buildingtalks Twitter feed:

• Crane used in marriage proposal stunt collapses on fiances home – she still said yes!
• Hotel, leisure and sport construction andpound;574m in Nov – 34.3% up on last year
• andpound;24m Green Deal fund closes 48hrs after opened – another fine mess!
• Energy-efficient homes increase the risk of Asthma says new research
• Tools used in Building industry means increased Vibration White Finger risk + litigation
• What impact will andpound;100m for homeowners energy efficiency have on windows?

Hot Topics

• Tools used in building industry means increased Vibration White Finger risk

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