Category: People
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Manchester contractor moves to employee ownership
Emanuel Whittaker has announced its transition to an employee ownership trust (EOT) after 188 years in business. Since 1837, the Oldham-based firm has delivered significant projects across Greater Manchester, from social housing to regeneration schemes. EOTs are an initiative launched by the government in 2014, under which a company’s employees own, or have the right to…
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Exeter College reveals strategy to bridge construction skills gap
Speaking to 40 representatives from regional colleges, employer representative bodies and local authorities at its Future Skills Centre, the college detailed initiatives to promote collaboration, strengthen employer engagement, expand construction training provision and create clear career pathways for learners. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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CSCS Alliance confirms new chair
“As chair, I have been proud to help drive this progress forward – working closely with policymakers, regulators and government to ensure the Alliance plays a central role in the national renewal agenda. By leading with purpose and impact, we have positioned the Alliance as an influential partner in raising standards, enhancing competence and improving…
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ECITB announces appointments to boost careers engagement
Commenting on the appointments, Andrew Hockey, ECITB chief executive, said: “Since its inception in 2021, input from Innov8 members has helped the ECITB increase the effectiveness of our engagement with industry. The group plays an integral role in shaping our careers work, industry training and development. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Why London’s new Inclusive Talent Strategy is so important
Aerial view of London skyline. Image: Bjorn Hovdal | Dreamstime.com Future-proofing the workforce is fundamental to tackling the challenges facing the regeneration sector and the wider construction industry. The regeneration sector is facing two major challenges. First, it needs to decarbonise; second, tens of thousands of properties are due for refurbishment, to ensure they continue…
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Autumn budget: ‘bolder measures’ needed on construction skills
The autumn budget has been met with both relief and concern across the construction industry. Although funding announced for SMEs training apprentices under 25 has been welcomed, many construction leaders worry that the chancellor’s measures do not go far enough to address urgent skills challenges. Below are reactions from some of the industry’s key stakeholders.…
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Training hub launched to raise standards in temporary works
It features purpose-built training areas, a live demonstration zone and digital resources that replicate real-world site environments, enabling employees and customers to deepen their understanding of Altrad RMDK’s systems and engineering solutions. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Call for workforce reforms to tackle construction skills crisis
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in 1.5m new homes, apprenticeships, Careers, CSJ, education, Featured, Government, People, policy, skills, training“Instead of focusing purely on access to learning, they have understood that learners need teachers with strong industry experience to develop their skills, employers to take them on, and an industry which has a pipeline of work to sustain career progression. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Costain begins talent search for early careers programme
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Costain has launched its early careers application process for 2026. The company is recruiting for graduates, apprenticeships, internships and university placements. Up to 170 positions will be available in a variety of disciplines, including civil engineering, electrical and mechanical engineering, quantity surveying, finance, data development, digital development and project management. Costain’s recruitment drive follows a…
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SkillBuild 2025 winners announced – Construction Management
The final involved the competitors constructing a project within 18 hours. A panel of judges assessed them on several characteristics: technical ability, time management, problem solving, working under pressure, and compliance with health and safety requirements. View the original article and our Inspiration here