• Arup welcomes fresh intake of apprentices

    Arup has welcomed a fresh intake of apprentices and newly qualified graduates to support its Nottingham team’s work on a wide range of major projects. Two recently recruited apprentice technicians and two new university graduates are now part of the 100-plus strong city team. Four further Nottingham-based apprentices have also recently completed their part-time degrees with the company.
  • Set your goals for 2022

    Have you set gaining environmental professional registration as a goal for 2022? If you apply evidence-based environmental and sustainable thinking in your role, gaining environmental professional registration will allow you to demonstrate your expertise and boost your credibility as a recognised environmental professional. Becoming registered helps you to build your knowledge further through CPD and allows you to connect with a network of professionals working across many disciplines.
  • Next steps for 2022

    In the previous issue of Building Engineer, I gave an update on key areas of progress the Association has made towards its strategic objectives; you can read more about this in the annual report on page 38. As we start the new year, I want to introduce you to some of the next steps and highlight key new initiatives for 2022.
  • CABE's annual conference report

    CABE’s annual conference proved to be a lively forum for discussion this year. Denise Chevin reports on the views and opinions of the industry leaders who were there
  • Gold Service Awards winners

    The CABE Gold Service Award is presented to members who have supported and advanced the Association through their ideas and values
  • Get Involved

    Building Engineer prides itself on presenting high-quality technical information and industry insight, and would like to showcase the expertise of the members themselves.
  • Building Controls Awards

    Entries are now open for the 2022 Building Controls Industry Association Awards. The closing date is 14 January.
  • CICAIR Sanctions

    CICAIR has announced two sanctions on Approved Inspections, leading to a removal of both their licences.
  • RICs revises code of conduct

    The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors has revised its rules highlighting transparency, ethical behaviour and sustainability following a nine-week consultation with members, clients and the public.
  • Manchester music centre picks up three RIBA gongs for extension

    The Oglesby Centre, a £4.3m three-storey extension to the historic recording and rehearsal venue in Manchester, won three gongs from the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) in its 2021 awards: a National Award, a North West Award, and a North West Sustainability Award.
  • Update from CABE CEO Dr Gavin Dunn

    This month I’m going to update you on the progress CABE is making towards its strategic plan and outline the progress we have continued to make over the past year.
  • CABE Peter Stone winner

    Winner: Ann Bentley, Global Board Director at Rider Levett Bucknall. A 35-year career supporting cross-industry initiatives makes for a worthy winner of CABE’s most prestigious award
  • 2021 Structural Awards finalists revealed

    The Institution of Structural Engineers has revealed the 2021 Structural Awards shortlist, showcasing work such as soaring modern skyscrapers, expansive stadia and highly detailed restoration work
  • New campaign puts global responsibility at the heart of engineering

    Engineers Without Borders UK, which is leading a movement to put global responsibility at the heart of engineering, has launched the 2020/21 cycle of the award-winning Engineering for People Design Challenge in partnership with Engineers Without Borders South Africa and Australia’s Centre for Appropriate Technology (CfAT).
  • Industry news round-up

    The Scottish government has announced a consultation on Building Regulations Energy Standards, which closes on 29 October. This follows the draft Heat in Buildings Strategy, which sets out the country’s vision for decarbonising heating and reducing energy demand.