Diary dates: highlights of the CIOB calendar for January 2026

Engineered Deconstruction – The Future of Demolition

15 January, 12pm-1pm, online 

What if demolition wasn’t about breaking things down, but about building sustainability up? This webinar with Colemans reveals how engineered deconstruction is redefining the future of demolition: cutting waste, reducing embodied carbon and unlocking real value for clients and the planet. 

Speakers will be Mark Coleman FCIOB, CEO at Colemans, Titus Akpan MCIOB Assistant Project Manager, Colemans, and CIOB Sustainability Ambassador. Chaired by Amanda Williams CIOB Head of Environmental Sustainability.

For further information and bookings: www.ciob.org/events

NEC vs JCT construction contracts – discussing the key differences

27 January, 6.45pm-9.30pm, Maidstone 

In this panel discussion, GVE Commercial Solutions directors Matt Clark and Steve Goodwin will share insights on how each contract addresses real-world challenges. The key topics will be programming, change management and risk management. 

Drawing on live project experience and contractual expertise, the speakers will compare the strengths and weaknesses of each approach, offering practical guidance to help contractors, consultants and clients understand the different approaches to many of the key contractual processes.

A two-course meal will be served prior to the presentations.
Contact: [email protected]

Site visit: Lasdun Wall, University of East Anglia

27 January, 3.30pm-6pm, Norwich

Take a tour of with MACE Contractors of the University of East Anglia’s iconic Lasdun Wall, a Grade II-listed, mid-century architectural landmark undergoing a four-phase refurbishment.

Using advanced construction technologies and circular economy principles, the project is driving significant carbon savings and supporting UEA’s net zero goals.
Contact: [email protected]

Edinburgh Dungeon Experience

29 January, 2pm-4.30pm, Edinburgh

CIOB invites members and early-career professionals to an evening of thrills, chills and career connections deep in the dark heart of Edinburgh’s past.

Step into The Edinburgh Dungeon and experience 70 minutes of live-action storytelling and eerie special effects, while mingling with fellow graduates across the built environment sector – in costume or not! Come solo or with friends. Spaces are limited.
Contact: [email protected] 

Site visit: Laughton Place Conservation Works

 29 January, 9.30am-11am, East Sussex

A site visit to Laughton Place, a Grade II-listed building set within a Scheduled Monument, currently undergoing a programme of conservation and repair works.

The current conservation project includes extensive roof and wall repairs, deep repointing and the introduction of hood mouldings over windows. 

The tour will be led by the project Architect (Andy Burrell Architecture), the Principal Contractors (Alex Ritchie – Valley Builders Ltd), and the Masonry Specialists (Andrew Burnett – Paye Stonework & Restoration). 

Contact: [email protected]

For a full list of events and to register visit www.ciob.org/events.