CIC Cascade

29 June 2007

1. CIC appoints Keith Clarke as new Deputy Chairman
2. Construction Knowledge Bank
3. ConstructionSkills set Construction Challenge for South East Professionals
4. Technical Advanced Apprenticeship Project
5. CIC Diversity Panel Member Jane Wernick short listed as finalist in Inspire Awards
6. London Olympics 2012 Way Ahead Says IOC President 
7. New roles at ACE
8. Contractors and Quantity Surveyors to use revised Daywork definitions
9. Directives for Innovation
10. Extra holidays for up to six million workers
11. Events

1. CIC appoints Keith Clarke as new Deputy Chairman

The Construction Industry Council has appointed Keith Clarke, Chief Executive of Atkins, as its new Deputy Chairman. Keith succeeds Stuart Henderson in this role, which starts with immediate effect.  He will succeed the Rt Hon Nick Raynsford MP as Chairman, for a 2 year term, starting in June 2008.

Keith Clarke, a Chartered Architect, was appointed Chief Executive of Atkins in October 2003. He joined the company from Skanska AB where he was responsible for activities in the UK, Poland, Czech Republic, India and China. He has over 30 years experience in construction and engineering having previously worked for the City of New York, Olympia and York, Trafalgar House and Kvaerner.

He has been an active member of the CIC Chartered College and has been Chairman of the Council's Health and Safety Committee since last year.   He will continue in this role until a suitable successor has been appointed.

CIC Chief Executive, Graham Watts, welcomed the appointment, by saying:

“Nick Raynsford was always going to be a hard act to follow as CIC Chairman but in Keith we have found an industry leader who combines astute political skill; a significant strategic overview of the industry; a clear understanding of its priorities for the future; and great integrity. In a year's time, the roles will reverse and Nick will become Keith's Deputy for a year (a role he will combine with chairing the Strategic Forum for Construction in 2008/9). This gives CIC the strongest possible leadership over the next two years and I'm looking forward to interesting and busy times!”

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2. Construction Knowledge Bank

CIC’s members hold a wealth of knowledge and expertise and CIC wish to promote cross fertilization of these ideas between the different professions.

We invite member institutions to use this opportunity to share interesting work or published articles that they have been involved in over the last twelve months. 

We have suggested the following knowledge areas but please feel free to add new themes.

• sustainability/combating climate change
• planning and urbanism
• healthcare
• education
• housing
• conservation and existing buildings

Contribution is easy, just go to the link http://cic.wetpaint.com/ check out the pages via the ‘Navigation’ panel below the CIC Logo then if you feel able to add some knowledge. Click on Apply to be a writer (‘Page Toolbox’ - right hand side) to ‘Sign Up’, we will respond in the next day or so. When you receive our response you will be free to add content. If you feel that you need assistance please call or email Richard on 020 7399 7413 rbiggs@cic.org.uk

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3. ConstructionSkills set Construction Challenge for South East Professionals

Following last year’s successful events in the North West and the South West regions, the CIC-ConstructionSkills Team hosted a Construction Challenge event in the South East region on 26 June 2007.

The aim of Construction Challenge is to promote teamwork and leadership skills and encourage interdisciplinary learning and development. Over 70 young professionals from a variety of disciplines within the built environment industry, took part in teams consisting of 4 to 5 members. The exact nature of the task selected for the event was revealed to teams for the first time on arrival at the venue.

The task though tough, proved to be very enjoyable and brought out the highest level of skill and competition between all the teams. Faber Maunsell who entered three teams, finished in first and third place while second place was awarded to Atkins.

The next Construction Challenge event will be in the Yorkshire and Humber region on Wednesday 4 July at the Royal Armouries in Leeds.

For information on Construction Challenge events contact Janette Welton-Pai, South East Regional Coordinator, on 020 7399 7404 or email jwelton-pai@cic.org.uk

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4. Technical Advanced Apprenticeship Project

The Construction Industry Council within ConstructionSkills and in conjunction with QCA and SSDA, is currently managing a project to explore the potential for introducing Technical Advanced Apprenticeships in construction. This will be a self-standing ‘qualification’ for apprentices, with content reflecting the views of sector bodies and other key stakeholders.

Pilot trials of the proposed apprenticeship model[s] will be initiated with sector employers, awarding bodies, colleges and assessment centers in Autumn 2007.

The new Technical Apprenticeship Qualification programme will provide benefits to employers and colleges as well as a structured approach to maximise college teaching and related workplace learning.

The proposed model[s] could potentially lead to candidates embarking on a career pathway that would lead to Technician Membership of Professional Institutions within the Built Environment sector.

Your involvement in this project is key to its success; we welcome participation from employers, colleges, assessment centers and Professional Institutions in the upcoming pilot trials.

Visit Technical Advanced Apprenticeship Project to find out more or contact Mussa Awaleh, Policy Development Manager [Lifelong Learning] mawaleh@cic.org.uk  telephone 020 7399 7430

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5. CIC Diversity Panel Member Jane Wernick short listed as finalist in Inspire Awards

Jane Wernick has been short listed as a finalist in the 2007 Inspire Awards recognising exceptional women working in the Built Environment.

Jane has been selected as a finalist within the Outstanding Achiever category aimed at individuals who have been outstanding in their performance generally or on a specific project whose example is a benchmark for others to follow
 
Jane currently runs her own structural engineering consultancy which she established 9 years ago

Finalists will be announced at a lunch event to take place on Friday 6th July at the Riverbank Park Plaza Hotel, London

For further information regarding the Inspire Awards please visit http://www.inspireevent.co.uk/

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6. London Olympics 2012 Way Ahead Says IOC President 

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Jacques Rogge has said that London 2012 is way ahead of past host cities after two years' preparations.

“The reports I am getting show that in the initial period of two years, London is ahead of every host city we have had in the past. That includes Beijing,” Rogge said in an interview in the Daily Telegraph. “Beijing is now almost ready, which means they have done a tremendous job since the beginning, and now we are one year from the Games. I think I will be able to say that again in 2011 because London is progressing extremely well.”

Michael Brown deputy chief executive of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) commented, “The construction of London 2012 should be something that the nation can be very proud of  - in the same way as we will be of the Games itself.”

“To be considered further ahead of previous Games at the same stage is a good sign that the hard work and planning is on track. The industry is not just aiming for the Games to be delivered on time and on budget but also to be a model for other future Olympics around the world. This is just another example of how excellence prospers in the construction industry, and we hope this encourages young people to get involved in industry.”

The Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) is on track to have most of the Olympic site cleared and cleaned by summer 2008.

The first earthworks have started in the Olympic Park with the excavation of the site for the London 2012 International Broadcast Centre and Main Press Centre. 

The work on the site of the media centre involves excavation of over 80,000 cubic metres of soil to prepare the platform for construction work to begin in late 2008. The excavated soil will be re-located on site for future use in landscaping and construction.

The IOC will continue to inspect venues once a year until 2008, when progress will be subject to scrutiny every six months.

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7. New roles at ACE

ACE, the Association for Consultancy and Engineering, is currently recruiting for two roles as it further strengthens the organisation. A high calibre individual with strong leadership and influencing skills and an excellent knowledge of the construction industry is needed to take on the role of Operations and Policy Director. The successful candidate will lead and develop an economic and business policy framework to support ACE's strategic goals and be instrumental in ensuring that ACE and its members keep abreast of and ahead of industry and business changes.

ACE is also seeking an energetic, articulate, outgoing and results-driven individual to take on the role of Assistant to the Chief Executive. The successful candidate will provide full PA and administrative support to ACE's chief executive and will also manage ACE's office functions and administrative staff.

For further information on both roles including full job descriptions please visit the ACE website.

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8. Contractors and Quantity Surveyors to use revised Daywork definitions

’The new document ‘Definition of Prime Cost of Daywork Carried out under a Building Contract’ is a result of extensive consultation between the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Construction Confederation.  After 30 years, the definition has been brought completely up to date to provide a clear way forward in this important area.   The new Definition supersedes that published in December 1975 and is operative from 1 September 2007.

Dayworks apply when a payment is made to a contractor based on the cost of materials and wages plus a percentage for overheads and profits. The definition provides rules for calculating a standard hourly base rate for labour, for building contracts.

John Bradley, Partner at law firm Reynolds Colman Bradley LLP and Director of Legal Affairs for the Construction Confederation said:
“The publication of this joint Definition of Dayworks by the RICS and the Construction Confederation will undoubtedly be welcomed by contractors and professionals alike.  It brings with it substantially more clarity than previous published definitions whilst providing for flexibility with its new optional provisions.  It will undoubtedly go a long way to enabling better understanding of the basis upon which daywork is carried out.  Anyone involved in any way with work on dayworks should have a copy.”

The new definition ‘Definition of Prime Cost of Daywork Carried out under a Building Contract’ will be published in June 2007 and is priced £30. 

Copies of  ‘Definition of Prime Cost of Daywork Carried out under a Building Contract’  Paperback 16pp, £30 can be ordered direct on Tel: 44 (0)870 333 1600 (option 3).  Alternatively order online from www.bcis.co.uk

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9. Directives for Innovation

The Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering’s (IPHE) annual conference took place at Hinckley Island Hotel, Leicestershire on 1st – 3rd June.  Around 200 people attended the event, which focused on challenges being set for the industry by new European directives and Building Regulations for the UK.   

At the Annual General Meeting on Friday afternoon, Grant Nicoll EngTech LCGI MIPHE RP was duly elected as the National President of the IPHE and Colin Stainer EngTech LCGI MIPHE RP was elected as the Vice-President.  Tony Brunton IEng LCGI FIPHE RP was re-elected as a corporate member to serve on the Board of Trustees for the next three years.  Following on from the AGM, delegates attended a special seminar on the role of the Trustees.

Saturday brought a full day of presentations with topics covering: Regulations; Competent Persons; Water Treatment; Air Toilets; Low Heat; Energy Saving; Renewables and Carbon Monoxide & Gas Safety.

Dale Courtman, IPHE Technical Director, said: “There has been a lot of interest generated by all of the presentations, especially those on innovative products and the renewable installations.  As usual, we had a good mix of topics from a line up of excellent speakers.”

The event was fully sponsored by leading manufacturers in the industry – Honeywell Controls, Mira Showers, Munters, Pegler, Worcester Bosch, Yorkshire Fittings – along with CORGI, Courtprice, The Plumbing Academy and Yellow Pages.

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10. Extra holidays for up to six million workers

Six million workers in Britain were recently promised up to eight extra days annual holiday with the first four coming in October this year. The extra holidays will benefit up to 3.5million women and 2.5million men.

The Government has published new regulations to boost the minimum holiday entitlement from 20 days a year to 24 days this October, and to 28 days from April 2009.

Jim Fitzpatrick, DTI Employment Relations Minister said:
"This extra time off will make a real difference in the lives of hard-working people - a proper rest from work and more time to spend with their families and friends. Businesses will benefit too - from reduced absenteeism and a workforce who are more motivated and productive. We have listened to all parties responding in the latest consultation, and we have agreed a number of changes in the way the new holidays will be brought in."

For further information including the Government's response to the latest consultation visit the ACE website.

11. Events

The events page of the CIC website is frequently updated visit the events page for details.

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