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Accruals, VOWD and Month End ReportingEvery month end, finance asks the commercial team one question. What have we actually spent or earned on a project?11 November 2026Read article ›More articles
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General constructionExtensions of Time | The Differences Between JCT, NEC & FIDICDelays are common on construction projects. Changes, late information, weather, access issues and unforeseen conditions can all affect when the4 November 2026Read ›
ArticleWhat to Check Before Signing a Collateral WarrantyA collateral warranty creates a direct contractual relationship between a contractor, subcontractor or consultant and a third-party beneficiary, such as28 October 2026Read ›
ArticleHow Inflation Risk Is Managed in Construction ContractsInflation can significantly affect the profitability and affordability of a construction project. Increases in labour, materials, fuel, plant and transport21 October 2026Read ›
QS software and toolsAI Agents: A Quantity Surveyor’s GuideNearly everyone has used an AI chatbot, you ask a question and almost instantly you get an answer. Some of7 October 2026Read ›
General constructionDigital Twins in Construction: What You Need to KnowDigital twins are becoming an increasingly important topic in construction. For some people, the term sounds like another piece of30 September 2026Read ›
General constructionHow to Prepare for a QS InterviewYou’ve just spent weeks, or maybe even months sending applications, chasing recruiters and praying that something comes through. Then suddenly,16 September 2026Read ›
Construction lawWhy Contract Dates Matter in ConstructionContract dates may look like simple administration, but they can have a major commercial impact on a construction project. For9 September 2026Read ›
General constructionHow AI Is Being Used in ConstructionMention AI in construction, and many people think of robots walking around laying bricks. However, we’re not quite there yet.26 August 2026Read ›
QS principles5 Red Flags in a Construction ProgrammeA construction programme is not just a list of dates. It is one of the most important tools on a19 August 2026Read ›Get Wednesday’s article in your inbox
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