Experience isn’t optional in site engineering — it’s essential. Discover how our trained engineers at AKN Engineering prevent rework, reduce costs, and improve construction quality through expert setting out and real-world awareness.

Welcome back to the AKN Construction Strategies blog, where we delve into the intricacies of site engineering and construction management. Today, we address a crucial aspect of the industry that can make or break a project: service strikes.

With an estimated 60,000 accidental utility strikes per year, causing injuries, project delays, disruption and increased costs, this is an area of construction in desperate need of better practices and education awareness amongst workers and contractors.

In this post, we'll explore strategies to avoid service strikes and keep your construction projects on track, from utility work to highway maintenance to water companies, these types of work all involve extensive excavation making them prone to utility strikes.

Our sustainability ethos is built on the pillars of efficiency and precision. By meticulously planning and executing construction tasks, we substantially cut down on material wastage and energy consumption. This approach not only lessens the environmental impact but also boosts the overall efficiency and quality of our construction projects.

Topographical surveys, often known as land surveys or topo surveys, are critical in obtaining detailed information about the natural and manmade features of a land area. These surveys provide a 3D representation of the terrain, crucial for project managers, supply chain managers, and contracts managers in construction. By accurately depicting elevations, gradients, and boundaries, topographical surveys ensure informed decision-making from the project's outset.

Today, we are exploring the core elements of Highway Construction. At its essence, Highway Construction is the meticulous process of conceptualising, planning, and crafting road networks that link communities, cities, and regions. It's the backbone of transportation infrastructure, facilitating seamless connectivity and fostering economic development.

As we look further into this field, we also discover the crucial role played by site engineering services, such as setting out, machine control, volume analysis, topographical surveys, as-built surveys, and piling setting out and how these are incorporated into highway construction projects.

The Arlesey Relief Road project stands as a testament to strategic urban planning and collaborative engineering efforts aimed at easing congestion and enhancing connectivity in the heart of Bedfordshire. Spearheaded by Central Bedfordshire Council, this initiative sought to alleviate traffic woes along Arlesey High Street while fostering improved access to the A507. At the forefront of the project's execution was our AKN Engineering team, known for our expertise in site engineering, surveying, and precision construction solutions.

Welcome back to the AKN Engineering Construction Strategies blog, where we continue our journey through the intricacies of site engineering services. In this instalment, we look into site engineering by addressing some of the more complex questions that often arise in this field. Whether you're an experienced professional or a newcomer to the construction industry, we're here to provide clarity and insights into the multifaceted world of site engineering.

Welcome to this week's AKN Construction Strategies blog post. As you will be aware, in any engineering project, the importance of precise site setup cannot be overstated. It lays the foundation for success, ensuring that subsequent construction phases proceed smoothly and accurately.  This article covers the critical role of control points in helping to achieve this goal.

When it comes to road construction and pavement surfacing, precise setting out of tarmac is essential for achieving smooth, durable, and visually appealing surfaces. Whether you're a project manager, engineer, or student, understanding the techniques of tarmac setting out is imperative for the success of highways construction projects. In this guide, we'll explore the key steps and best practices for setting out tarmac.

In the world of civil engineering and construction, various roles work in harmony to ensure projects run smoothly and efficiently. Four key players in this field are Site Engineers, Setting Out Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Civil Engineering Surveyors. Each of these roles contributes its unique expertise to the industry, and understanding their differences can be crucial for a successful project.