Category: CIOB Community
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In memoriam: Charlotte Neilson MCIOB, a trailblazer in construction project management
I first met Charlotte during the construction of Birmingham Hospital. From the outset, it was clear she was someone special: a focused, determined woman who had chosen to enter a field that, at the time, was overwhelmingly male-dominated. While there were a few women in the industry, very few stepped into the front line, managing…
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New signatories join as professional bodies reaffirm commitment to EDI
CIOB and seven other leading professional bodies from across the built environment sector have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) by signing a new five-year memorandum of understanding (MoU). The new agreement continues the work of BE Inclusive group and builds on the success of the original three-year MoU signed in…
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Virtual reality brings HS2 to life
CIOB members drove diggers and an excavator in an immersive virtual reality simulator at the HS2 Twyford to Greatworth area (T2G) site recently. On a visit to the Buckinghamshire project, members had a view of ongoing works and heard from the hosts about the efforts required to reach the current stage. The project is a…
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Webinar explores tech solution to management
Speakers included three experts from Laminar Projects: Kirsty Green MCIOB, associate director, project planning; Javier Zamorano, senior director, head of data centre delivery; Hilal Demirçapa, associate director, project management consulting; and Joe Hughes director, mission critical, with XYZ Reality. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Cape Town construction manager is going the extra mile with Tomorrow’s Leaders
A construction professional in South Africa is making her mark via a plethora of initiatives to encourage local engagement with construction careers. Tadiwa Taimu, an assistant project manager at Cape Town-based management consultancy MDA Project Managers, is a CIOB Tomorrow’s Leaders representative. She has been instrumental in arranging events for the local construction community and…
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Amazon primes staff for success with chartered status
A unique CIOB graduation was held in Luxembourg in June for staff at Amazon in Europe. CIOB CEO Caroline Gumble and president Mike Kagioglou were there to mark the achievements of 14 of Amazon’s construction managers gaining chartered status. It’s the third cohort of MCIOBs since Amazon became a CIOB training partner in 2022, with…
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Paul Nash receives CABE honorary fellowship
Paul Nash, left, receives his honorary fellowship certificate from the Earl of Lytton The accolade is awarded to non-members of CABE who have made a significant contributionto the advancement of the construction industry. One of eight recognised, he said it was “a good feeling to be recognised by a sister professional body”. Nash chairs CIOB’s…
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CIOB launches directory of chartered companies
CIOB has launched a new directory of chartered companies. The directory is a powerful online tool that makes it easy for construction clients – including main contractors – to connect with a wide variety of professional, experienced firms committed to quality. CIOB chartered companies have demonstrated the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and expertise. They are…
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Last chance to apply for a CIOB scholarship
Applications are open for CIOB’s 2025 round of scholarships and grants, to support innovation, development and education. These empower individuals to grow their personal and professional expertise while driving change in the sector. This year, CIOB is offering two exceptional opportunities: The Construction Innovation and Quality Scholarship. The Paul Dockerill Award. The Paul Dockerill Award…
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CIOB apprentice of the month: Ben Hatch, BAM Construction
Ben Hatch is currently working as a site manager for BAM Construction. Ben Hatch, BAM Construction What are your future career ambitions? I am currently a site manager at BAM Construction. My short-term aspirations will be to progress up to senior management, a level above where I am now. And then my long-term aspiration is…