The owners of HBC, the renamed and rebranded former Henry Boot construction business, break down this major management buyout.

A Glenigan report by market insight analysts has revealed the top 100 construction projects starting in 2026 generating £39 billion in work.

The main contractor has grown into one of the leading D&B firms in later living.

What started in 2015 as a small venture has grown into a contractor shaping projects across the UK’s commercial, residential, leisure sectors.

We explore which markets will be sustained and even expand in the coming year.

Despite 2024 being a very challenging year, the company looked to the future and invested heavily in infrastructure, efficiencies and people.

Recent findings tell an all-too-familiar story: mounting project costs, legal entanglements, threats and demands for payment by midnight.

Ryder adopts an approach to portfolio management not dissimilar to business magnate and Berkshire Hathaway CEO, Warren Buffett.

Be among the first to read the inaugural article in our new A Year in Construction series.

Founded in 1759 by John Willis, Sykes & Son evolved from a small glazing business to one of the UK’s oldest builders.

The year’s major construction projects feature cancellations, delays and progress on HS2, Green Volt wind farm, Therme Manchester, and more.

Tilbury Douglas became a standalone contractor in 2022. It closed 2024 debt free, with a strong cash position, and its operating profit had risen to £11.5 million from £3.8 million the year prior. Here’s how…

In this Construction Wave exclusive, we learn how a major contractor manages the standardisation of business-critical systems and processes across 3,500 employees.

‘If you’re attracted by the tax-free stuff, you’re probably doing it for the wrong reasons’

Industry multi-media platform Construction Wave recently hosted its second annual Construction CFO Summit, building on the success of its inaugural event in 2024.

A new construction framework for design and build services in the education sector could prove a springboard for a new era of energy efficient, low carbon schools, colleges and universities, writes Euan Durston, Regional Director and Passivhaus Designer at ECD Architects.

We explore the barriers and solutions to growth through mergers and acquisitions.

Specialist firms overrepresented as industry experiences highest insolvencies.

Kicking off its first episode of Executive Chair, Construction Wave reporter sits down with Glencar co-founder and CEO Eddie McGillycuddy.

Construction Wave looks at 12 interesting projects starting over the next 12 months.

Let’s look back at the rise of Wates Group and how they got to where they are today…

In this end-of-year special, we invite you to enjoy a hand-picked selection of features.

Industry experts tell Construction Wave the sector is only just scratching the surface.

We break down some of the most interesting sports sponsorships in construction, past and present. Enjoy!

The Laing O’Rourke of today began life as R. O’Rourke & Son, founded in 1978.

What does the construction industry hope for from the Autumn Budget on 30 October?

It’s difficult to imagine how a company, which has recently secured an order book of £3 billion and generated revenue of more than a billion, could ever have agreed to a job worth £1.

Balfour, Morgan Sindall, Kier and Mace among the industry’s heaviest hitters.

Costain Group is one of the UK’s oldest and best known businesses in construction. Let’s how they got to where they are today…

Plans to create a new construction regulator and chief construction adviser for industry.

Let’s look back at the rise of J. Murphy & Sons and how they got to where they are today…

Dozens of construction companies are investing in Premiership Rugby sponsorships. Let’s see why

J Coffey has traded since 1991 and is known for civils, concrete, and building works packages.

The story of the Chinese farmer is an incredible way of looking at life. Let’s see how it relates to construction.

We take a deep and detailed look back at the trajectory of one of the UK’s top firms.

Let’s look back at where it all started for the family-owned Irish business John Sisk & Son, and how they got to where they are today.

Irish brothers Oliver & Pat Connell started one of the UK’s leading specialist contractors.

Brothers John, Tom and Pat Carey started PJ Carey Plant Hire (Oval) Limited in 1969.

Contractors in the UK have gone out of business at the highest rate in a decade.

A construction boss describes his experience on site and concerns for workers.

Mental health charity, Construction Sport, founder has called on construction leadership to do more to fight the mental health ‘epidemic’.

Sir Robert McAlpine was one of the most successful entrepreneurs, ever. Here’s how he did it…

Find out how the main parties are planning to tackle the big challenges that matter to you.

Construction Wave recently hosted a roundtable presented by Havio, whose guests included several other industry experts including the managing director for STRABAG UK.

Expert analysis of the Built Environment industry and sectors to watch.

Sir Robert McAlpine was one of the most successful entrepreneurs, ever. Here’s how he did it…

Havio are the only Certified B Corp™ health and safety consultancy in Europe with offices in both London and Manchester. Havio have a clear vision: To challenge the perceptions of health and safety every day by treating people as the solution

Sir Robert McAlpine was one of the most successful entrepreneurs, ever. Here’s how he did it…

There’s never been a more important time to discuss the issue of finance and payments in the Construction industry.

Fresh optimism about future business activity in the construction sector.

Around a dozen building firms go under every day in the UK construction sector.

CLC co-chairman and Mace chairman, Mark Reynolds, on how the UK Government can better support the construction industry.

Find out which Tier One contractors in the UK had the biggest order books and the largest contracts last year by region and sector.

Marketing problem-solver to the construction industry Peter Sumpton’s top tips to get the most from these great opportunities.

Construction Wave founder Andrew Curtin reviews the past 12 months of his publishing company in the construction sector.

Large businesses that fail to pay smaller firms on time will be ‘named and shamed’, sometimes fined, and could also be excluded from bidding on public contracts.

We review the UK Government’s Autumn Statement and what the experts say it means for the construction industry over the next 12 months.

In its Winter 2023 London Office Crane Survey, Deloitte said the construction industry is “catching up” on activity following the pandemic.

What would it take for the construction industry to drive a circular materials economy faster? How about a financial inventive?

As part of its Facilities Management Forecast to Q2 2028, and in light of the RAAC scandal, BCIS aims to equip facilities managers with the latest construction market trends to better defend their budgets.

Analysis of how much the company paid Tier 1 and 2 contractors in its supply chain, as well as firms in adjacent industries for relevant services

Construction firms in the UK have gone under at the highest rate in a decade.

Upturn in commercial and civil engineering work heads off house building downturn.

Birmingham City Council has effectively declared bankruptcy – but what could it mean for construction firms?

Construction events are great. We’re a relationship-driven industry so meeting up with each other is crucial for business growth.

A team of contractors and specialists from leading firms talk about the major project.

CEO Alan Ryder outlines his growth and expansion strategy to the end of the decade.

Worsening credit conditions and a challenging financial landscape are the top issues holding back construction activity in Q2.

The Lighthouse Club is one of the leading charities in the construction industry – but how is it funded and what does it spend its money on?

Sub-contractors “bear the brunt” of a construction activity downturn – with smaller firms currently overrepresented in insolvency figures.

Carter Jonas has found that a large portion of available office space in the UK cannot be leased to tenants without remedial works.

The top construction project management software recommended by industry experts – and why they are so effective.

Urban developer Atrium Ljungberg recently announced its intentions to build Stockholm Wood City – the world’s largest urban construction project in wood.

With 15 mergers and acquisitions executed since January, we dive into what drives RSK CEO Alan Ryder’s aggressive expansion strategy.

We identify and assess the prevailing trends and forces that impel the construction materials sector today.

In this SPECIAL REPORT we reveal which sectors are driving computerised payroll systems.

In this SPECIAL REPORT, we look at how AI and data are used in construction projects and the roadmap for the technologies.

Commercial modular construction is expected to be a ‘major market disruptor’ in the coming years.

SPECIAL REPORT – we explore real-world use cases of AI by construction firms at live sites.

SPECIAL REPORT – How to repackage recruitment and marketing campaigns in construction.

A new roadmap of the industry could signpost opportunities for investment.

SPECIAL REPORT – We break down occupation trends in the last six years and forecasts to 2027.

SPECIAL REPORT – Let’s explore how firms can adapt to and embrace AI, and if it’s worthwhile.

Labour availability is now the “most concerning risk factor” within the construction sector, according to cost management consultant, Currie & Brown.

SPECIAL REPORT: Construction firms are failing to protect themselves from cyber criminals – find out why.

SPECIAL REPORT – Significant failings to guard against fraud and corruption in the construction sector unearthed.

It comes ahead of widespread changes to Construction Skills Certification Scheme renewal next year.

In this special report we explore how multiple small mergers and acquisitions over several years creates greater value for firms than major transactions.

Sweeping reforms to the regulatory system for testing construction product safety are coming following a damning review.

Gallagher Group is 50 years old this year. It was founded by Irish-born entrepreneur, Pat Gallagher. “I didn’t want to work for anyone but be free to do my own thing.”

The construction sector is the ‘most significant contributor to insolvency figures’ in the UK.

A recent study has shown that the construction industry may in fact require nearly one million extra workers by 2030.

The pre-construction director at Keltbray, Rich Smith, talks about misconceptions and opportunity in the industry.

Mace has issued a “stark” warning of slow growth in the sector in the wake of delayed major infrastructure projects.

Wates has two clear social value objectives. They are underpinned by three themes. Let’s see what they are.

‘The construction supply chain will continue to suffer the mishandling by government of major infrastructure projects impacting costs’.

Many construction executives look at me funny when I say this to them.

Ray O’Rourke was born in Co. Leitrim, Ireland in 1947. In 1977 he founded R O’Rourke & Son. And he is known to be one of construction’s greatest leaders.

An industry veteran has criticised the requirement for construction workers to acquire a national qualification to retain their CSCS card privileges.

Two industry professionals present separate views of the labour challenge in construction that could help us to win new talent to the sector.

EXCLUSIVE: Construction Wave Senior Journalist, Rory Butler explores how a labour crisis in construction fed a ‘culture of dishonesty’ in recruitment.

Intel partnered with Vice Media to help them recruit. There’s no reason why the construction industry couldn’t do something similar

Find out what more than 2,000 industry professionals predicted for the sector in 2023.

What is a credit facility? What is liquidity? We use Keltbray’s 2023 trading update as a case study in the language of finance in construction.

Many people are thinking about setting up a construction business around this time of year. It’s a thought for some, a reality for others.

Story Contracting and Network Rail plan to move the ‘largest concrete bridge in the UK’ in the Spring – here’s how…

Mark Mitchell, former CEO of Avant left the £500m turnover firm to set-up a new housebuilding firm, Honey.

It’s fair to say that there has been a lot of moving around this year. Major firms have seen shake-ups in their leadership teams.

London Wasps and Worcester Warriors dissolved earlier this season. So, why are construction firms still investing in the sport? 

Women in Construction awards founder, Michaela Wain talks to Construction Wave about inequality in the industry.

Nine further abandoned rail schemes have been granted cash for restoration says the New Civil Engineer. Wendy Morton – Rail Minister announced a further £15 million in funding to reopen nine railway schemes across England. The scheme is designed to reopen disused services, railway lines, and stations.

Nine further abandoned rail schemes have been granted cash for restoration says the New Civil Engineer. Wendy Morton – Rail Minister announced a further £15 million in funding to reopen nine railway schemes across England. The scheme is designed to reopen disused services, railway lines, and stations.

Last month, Jeff Bezo’s army announced to the world that they are discarding 10 million square feet of warehouse space. Stagnating growth and uncertain profit projections are the reason for pausing their warehouse expansion plans according to Bloomberg.

Social Value. A subject often spoken about, sometimes understood, rarely actioned. There are many great companies that want to drive this forward. But, for many execs that don’t work with tier one firms, the term is just a fleeting thought. Another headache to worry about!