About Nick Smith
A highly motivated construction project manager and engineering surveyor with over 47 years of experience in the industry.
I started my own company in 1989 specialising in engineering for civil engineering and ground works, but providing all types of engineering and Topographical survey work. My company is still providing high quality survey work and site dimensional control, using cutting edges equipment like laser scanning and GPS. I continue to support many projects with construction management from first dig to completion.
Featured articles and news
The principles and art of the possible. Book review.
From horse and cart to hypermarket.
Interdependent and interconnected
How elements and processes work together in a systems approach.
Quality Management in Construction
CIOB offers digital guide to proactive methods of working.
Looking ahead to career advancement
Tech will drive professional development in fields tied to infrastructure.
Gereja Ayam (aka the Chicken Church)
The idea for the structure emerged from the architect's dream.
Making adjustments to flues and chimneys
Changing air tightness requirements prompt testing and revisions.
Government takes steps to revise building safety legislation.
Biocement building blocks from bacteria
Product can be 'grown' into bricks or used as a self-healing building material.
CLC offers guidance on contract claims and disputes
Anticipating COVID-19's continuing construction disruptions.
Availability payment arrangements involve project performance.
EU responds to COVID-19 with NextGenerationEU plan.