Opinion

The latest expert insight and commentary on issues affecting the UK construction sector

Falling land value adds to housing woes

PwC construction partner Jonathan Hook said: “At least the figures are down on the previous quarter, but I wouldn’t read too much into the fall."

It’s a sure sign of the doom and gloom in the housing sector that some of the industry’s major players have been writing down the value of their land. By Jonathan Hook

Think before you fly

Market development is a long term strategy, not something you can fix on a flying visit, says Ross Sturley

Branded with failure

There's a growing swell of opposition to the government’s Eco-Towns plans, says Ross Sturley

Let there be no return to lowest cost tendering

The industry has made tremendous progress since Egan, as an imminent report from Constructing Excellence will tell us. By Chris Gilmour

Public spending can hold off a slump

The outlook for the UK economy has changed markedly over the past few months, says Allan Wilen

Stand out from the competition

Shouting about what differentiates you from rival firms helps to win business and charge a premium, says Ross Sturley

Large contractors protected by public sector work

Economic slow down or melt down? Collapse or correction? Only time will tell. But the market out there is more difficult to predict, says Chris Gilmour

Procurement planning needs to be flexible

PwC construction partner Jonathan Hook said: “At least the figures are down on the previous quarter, but I wouldn’t read too much into the fall."

Organisations embarking on major capital investments are recognising the need for improved upfront planning. By Jonathan Hook