Industry experts and the West of England Combined Authority are backing the launch of a new leadership programme for women.
The Women in Leadership programme is designed to strengthen and diversify leadership pipelines in construction and related industries.
Delivered by networking programme Think Circle and training provider The Coders Guild, the initiative offers a 12-week hybrid bootcamp tailored for women ready to move into leadership roles.
With the support of government funding, the Women in Leadership programme uses a challenge-based learning model shaped by real-world scenarios.
Participants are expected to gain:
- Core leadership skills – influencing, communication, strategic thinking, decision-making.
- Practical strategies – confidence-building exercises and real-world leadership challenges.
- Collaborative learning – ongoing coaching and peer learning for sustained growth.
- Industry professional training – delivered by experienced leaders who understand the unique challenges women face in leadership.
- Contemporary tools – structured to minimise disruption to day-to-day work.
Alison Kwan, head of operations at The Coders Guild, said: “This programme isn’t about ticking boxes – it’s about equipping women with the real-world tools, confidence, and networks they need to make an impact.
“We’ve built this training hand-in-hand with industry leaders to make sure participants leave ready to lead teams, projects, and business initiatives from day one.”
Find more information about the course here.
